ESS Design Engineer – Secret Clearance | Charleston, SC

Cambridge International Systems Inc•Charleston, SC

8d•$38 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Cambridge International Systems, Inc. is seeking an ESS Design Engineer to support operations in Charleston, SC. This full-time position requires an active DoD Secret clearance and involves design, installation, testing, and implementation of Electronic Security Systems (ESS) for U.S. government missions. The role offers opportunities for travel to international locations and falls under the Field Service Engineer category. The position reports to the Systems Engineer Lead.

Requirements

Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
HS Diploma
8 years of hands-on experience
Strong Working knowledge and/or certification with electronic security manufacturers such as Lenel, AMAG, DMP, Software House, FLIR, Hirsch, MDI, Bosch, Pelco, Genetec, HID, and Axis.
Working knowledge and /or certification with operating systems commonly used for ACS, IDS, and CCTV systems
Installation, testing, and troubleshooting of electronic security system components and supporting hardware; examples include the following: Security appliances/processors and field sensors (e.g. motion/vibration, contact, buried line, fiber optic, radar, microwave, thermal, etc.), Access control: workstations with credentialing software, door controllers, card readers, CCTV: cameras, video management servers, network video recorders, Battery backup controllers
Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous workloads effectively, including adapting to changes, planning, organizing, and prioritizing work
Ability to read and interpret project ICD (Interface Control Document) drawings and electrical schematics
Must have a current and active DoD Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Hands on experience deploying and testing Physical Security Systems
8 plus years’ experience in security systems installation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must possess a DoD Secret security clearance
HS diploma or equivalent
Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.

Responsibilities

Participate in site surveys and gathering of data to obtain site-specific information necessary for design and installation efforts
Provide support to the design of electronic security system and subsystem solutions from initial concept to final product based on customer work requirements.
Generate material lists for design efforts.
Participate in periodic design reviews as dictated by customer/ contract requirements
Perform PITCO (Pre-Installation, Testing and Check Out) activities in our engineering facility.
Leverage manufacturer’s literature and technical support during solution development
Utilize controlled documentation and government standards, application guides, and industry best practices to support the design and installation process
Assist with the scope definition, specification, and budgetary write-ups for proposal capture personnel for ESS efforts.
Performs physical installation activities in unusual locations including climbing in and out of equipment and working outdoors.
Installs, repairs, and services electronic equipment, such as computers, radar, missile control, avionics, and communications, in field installations.